Dandelion

What is it?

Dandelion is an herbal medicine used for liver and gall bladder problems, increase appetite, and to help decrease water retention (a diuretic).

Other names for Dandelion include: Taraxacum officinale.

Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any information in this leaflet concerns you.

Before Using:

Tell your doctor if you

are taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine (prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) or dietary supplement)

are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine

are breastfeeding

have stomach or gall bladder problems

have any other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease

Dosage:

Talk with your caregiver about how much Dandelion you should take. The amount depends on the strength of the medicine and the reason you are taking Dandelion. If you are using this medicine without instructions from your caregiver, follow the directions on the medicine bottle. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than the directions tell you to.

To store this medicine:

Keep all medicine locked up and away from children. Store medicine away from heat and direct light. Do not store your medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down and not work the way it should work. Throw away medicine that is out of date or that you do not need. Never share your medicine with others.

Drug and Food Interactions:

Do not take Dandelion without talking to your doctor first if you are taking: